Monthly Archives: October 2010

THIS… At A Museum?

Ever make the mistake of congratulating a woman on being pregnant only to learn – through much embarrassment – that she wasn’t pregnant? That ever happen to you? Me neither – and that isn’t what happened while we were waiting … Continue reading

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What Did You Say?!!?

While scooping up some poppy-seed chicken – yummy-yummy – on to a plate for Ricky this evening… I was shocked at what he asked me. Keep in mind, he’s only 8, sheltered from most of the cruel world and all … Continue reading

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Jelly, Cupcake and Hair

Every time – and I mean EVERY TIME we take our kids out in public there’s a chance someone will be told something that may – or may not – be offensive. Luckily for us, at least our family is … Continue reading

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Erik’s Dog “Ham!”

Friday we had a meeting with Erik’s teachers at school. Seems everything is going well, he’s become exceptionally close to some teachers and a specific principle – to whom we owe more than we can ever repay. And it appears … Continue reading

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An Early Snowfall… IN The House

It’s not what you’d think. No, Erik and Ricky didn’t leave a skylight open… or track it in with their snowboots. This was more of a purpose driven snowstorm – and only happened because of a lack of proper supervision. … Continue reading

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Stop “LION” Mom

My daughter is 10yr old and had a dual dx of Autism and Down syndrome. One day on her field trip to the zoo, we were looking at the lions. I decided to explain to her the difference between the … Continue reading

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GOOOAAAAALLLLLLL!!!!!

When it comes to sports, every match, game, and meet is a family ordeal. Its no different with my brothers affected by autism. When any type of game is started, we are soon joined by two fun loving little kids … Continue reading

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A Special Day For Dad

This morning I was awakened by quite a bit of noise coming from downstairs. As I walked backwards slowly down the stairs – don’t ask… morning knees – I heard the scampering of 4 little feet running for cover and … Continue reading

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